Losing Hill hurts us depth-wise, but I don't think it's so significant that we'd need to go out and make a quick signing this early. We'll already have a stable rotation of bigs consisting of Howard, Gasol and Jamison. Howard and Gasol already play around 36 minutes a night, if Jamison fills in the other 24 I don't see what the problem is.

C: Dwight (36) / Gasol (12)PF: Gasol (24) / Jamison (24)

We could always play Sacre for spot minutes at the 5 or MWP at spot minutes at the 4. We shouldn't have any real issues. The one positive I'm hoping for is that losing some depth convinces the front office to sign CDR as the backup 3, thus shifting Jamison full-time as the backup 4.

I think Earl Clark is going to get the first opportunity for spot minutes. He has a guaranteed contract and already has playing experience.

L5 nerve impingement from a herniated disc can cause weakness in extending the big toe and potentially in the ankle (foot drop). Numbness and pain can be felt on top of the foot, and the pain may also radiate into the buttock.

S1 nerve impingement from a herniated disc may cause loss of the ankle reflex and/or weakness in ankle push off (patients cannot do toe rises). Numbness and pain can radiate down to the sole or outside of the foot (see Figure 2).

Found this, kinda gives you an idea why it could provide problems down the road

"Night gathers, and now my watch begins. It shall not end until my death. I shall take no wife, hold no lands, father no children. I shall wear no crowns and win no glory. I shall live and die at my post. I am the sword in the darkness. I am the watcher on the walls. I am the shield that guards the realms of men. I pledge my life and honor to the Night's Watch, for this night and all the nights to come."

He's out at least 4-5 months, I'm guessing. Not good for him, nor Lakers. I don't like the option of Kenyon Martin. We can somehow manage for 2-3 months with Clark & Sacre, then pull a trade around Dec. or grab someone from FA list.

That blows .. The guy would've been great this year. He improved his jump shot and could've been part of a very good bench .. Nowe we have to sign Sacre. Suddenly the free spots on the team are getting fewer and fewer. Let's see who else makes the team.